Contract Administrator - Houston, United States - City of Houston, TX

City of Houston, TX

Verified Company

Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Applications Accepted from:
All Persons Interested
PN 34203

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Division:Compliance and Grant Administration

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Section:Contract Compliance (Section 3)

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Reporting Location:2100 Travis, Houston, TX 77002
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Workdays & Hours:8 am - 5 pm, Monday

Friday
Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The City of Houston's Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) seeks to create a city in which every resident has an affordable home in a community where they can thrive.

Partnering with non-profit, governmental, and local entities, HCDD strives to strengthen Houston's neighborhoods and provide true housing choice.

To achieve this vision, HCDD is seeking a
Contract Administrator (Section 3)

to join its team. In this position, you will monitor Section 3 Program compliance to ensure contractors adhere to regulatory requirements.

that includes extensive program analysis, data and information collection, compliance monitoring, prepare reports on projects awarded through the Housing and Community Development projects to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

Attends prebid/preconstruction meetings to disseminate Section 3 information to subrecipients and general contractors.
Interprets contract documents and assists in the resolution of disputed issues.
Conducts site visits to verify the accuracy of reported activities.
Researches contract issues and prepares project information relating to contractor compliance with program rules.
Collects data and information of contractor operations through monitoring system.
Validates eligibility of business concerns and residents seeking Section 3 certification.
Maintains database of qualified Section 3 Business concerns and Residents seeking employment and contracting opportunities.
Evaluates contractor's compliance with Section 3 requirements and recommends final clearance for contracts.
Prepares statistical analyses of utilization plans as required to confirm Section 3 compliance to GLO/HUD.
Facilitates trainings and speaking engagements to staff, the contracting community, and various diverse civic and community groups to promote to promote Section
Performs special projects as needed and other position related duties as assigned.

Essential Attributes
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Detail Oriented: Bringing the highest level of attentiveness to all programs and/or projects
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Motivated: Taking ownership of projects to complete them effectively and efficiently
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Articulate: Displays excellent written and oral communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Government or a closely related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two years of contract compliance experience are required.

Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires a valid driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES:

Knowledge and/or experience in contract compliance
Experience and/or familiarity with HUD grants rules and regulations
Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Prior experience providing technical assistance and/or monitoring compliance policies and procedures related to LCP Tracker and/or B2GNow contract management system
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work under time constraints to achieve deliverables
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment relevant to job description.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes

SALARY INFORMATION
Pay Grade 22

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

EEO Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

If you need special services or accommodations, please call ; TTY 7-1-1.

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